Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - General Cardiology Weekend Only - Columbia Co

Job Description

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

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Wellstar Health System is seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Provider (APP) (Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our General Cardiology team at our new Columbia County Medical Center , located in Grovetown, GA. This is a unique opportunity to join a collaborative team of physicians and clinicians from Augusta University and Wellstar Medical Group, dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care at Columbia County Medical Center.

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Schedule:

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3/12's – Friday – Sunday, 7am-7pm

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Responsibilities:

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• Provide comprehensive cardiac care to adult patients in the inpatient setting
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• Perform history and physical examinations, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and develop treatment plans
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• Collaborate with supervising cardiologists and multidisciplinary teams to manage patient care
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• Conduct hospital rounds, follow-up visits, and discharge planning for cardiology patients
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• Participate in outpatient clinic appointments including follow-ups, medication management, and preventive cardiac care
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• Educate patients and families about cardiac conditions, treatment options, and ongoing health maintenance
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• Assist in managing patients with chronic cardiovascular conditions such as hypertension, coronary artery disease, heart failure, and arrhythmias
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Qualifications:

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• Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
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• Current Georgia licensure (or eligibility) as an NP or PA
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• Board certification as an NP (AGACNP) or PA-C
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• BLS and ACLS certification required
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• Minimum of 1 year of cardiology or inpatient APP experience strongly preferred
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• Excellent communication, clinical, and teamwork skills
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Why Wellstar – Columbia County?

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• Be a founding provider at the  new Wellstar Columbia County Medical Center
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• Access to modern facilities and advanced cardiovascular imaging capabilities
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• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
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• Support from a large, integrated health system known for innovation and quality
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• Opportunities for teaching, research, and professional growth
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Benefits Include:

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• Competitive compensation and incentive structure
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• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans
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• Paid malpractice with tail coverage
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• CME allowance and paid time off
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Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.

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